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SILVER Star
This past weekend took us to Southern NM where one of only two dark sky sanctuary location exists at the Cosmic campground, near Reserve NM. You haven't seen stars until you've seen them on a dark night from this place. We were able to see the flaming con trail of a flying star 
. The CG is located at a nice location with greenery all around vs a complete dusty, desert area.
We also hiked the Mineral Creek trail that's south of the CG by only 20 minutes. This is a slot canyon hike that follows a creek and the water was flowing big time at this time of the year. We only made it 2.5 miles in but we could've gone further. However, rampant snakes combined with our dogs made the hike a less than pleasant experience for some. I'd like to return during the colder months and hike this canyon to the end. This hike was easy with a mild amount of elevation gain.
The main group went to check out Mogollon ghost town while we did a second hike to the Frisco hot springs located next to the San Francisco river. Unfortunately, the river crested big time last spring (i think) and washed out the springs. We enjoyed the hike and played in the warm water that was getting fed by the hot springs in certain spots. It's a rare opportunity when two people get to enjoy a river all to themselves. This hike was moderate with a 800' elevation gain/loss.
On the way home Jatone and I veered away from the group and headed for Pie town for some delish pie. Those of you who know me shouldn't be surprised by my propensity to dilly dally while looking for pies. I've never had an Apple pie with pine nuts and green chile until yesterday and it was off the hook. WHO KNEW!
Camper: 2002 Kamparoo Transcontinental Weekender
Tow rig: 2003 4Runner V8
. The CG is located at a nice location with greenery all around vs a complete dusty, desert area.We also hiked the Mineral Creek trail that's south of the CG by only 20 minutes. This is a slot canyon hike that follows a creek and the water was flowing big time at this time of the year. We only made it 2.5 miles in but we could've gone further. However, rampant snakes combined with our dogs made the hike a less than pleasant experience for some. I'd like to return during the colder months and hike this canyon to the end. This hike was easy with a mild amount of elevation gain.
The main group went to check out Mogollon ghost town while we did a second hike to the Frisco hot springs located next to the San Francisco river. Unfortunately, the river crested big time last spring (i think) and washed out the springs. We enjoyed the hike and played in the warm water that was getting fed by the hot springs in certain spots. It's a rare opportunity when two people get to enjoy a river all to themselves. This hike was moderate with a 800' elevation gain/loss.
On the way home Jatone and I veered away from the group and headed for Pie town for some delish pie. Those of you who know me shouldn't be surprised by my propensity to dilly dally while looking for pies
. I've never had an Apple pie with pine nuts and green chile until yesterday and it was off the hook. WHO KNEW!Camper: 2002 Kamparoo Transcontinental Weekender
Tow rig: 2003 4Runner V8
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